CCS and type 2 plugs compared

CCS and type 2 plugs compared

There are still different plug types across Europe, each with different properties. Some are suitable for both rapid and standard charging, while others are only suitable for one of the two variants. We provide a brief overview and compare the CSS and type 2 plugs....
Installation of charging stations at apartment buildings

Installation of charging stations at apartment buildings

The number of electric car owners is increasing – and with it the demand for vehicle charging options. We have summarised the most important information on installing a charging station at apartment buildings in 3 steps. Right to charging options In principle, flat...
Checklist: what features should a charging station have?

Checklist: what features should a charging station have?

Time is precious, especially when it comes to our leisure time. It is therefore no wonder that efficiency is the top priority when it comes to charging electric cars. In order to charge in a way that saves as much time and power as possible, charging stations are the...
What are the different charging modes?

What are the different charging modes?

Plug types, charging cables and modes. Anyone wanting to charge is initially confronted with many new terms. It seems complicated, but it’s not. We explain the different charging modes, what these are good for and which plugs are required. According to German...
What is charging and load management?

What is charging and load management?

As the number of electric cars increases, some fear that the electricity grid will be overloaded. To counteract this, charging stations are equipped with a backend for charging and load management. This ensures optimal utilisation of charging stations and prevents...
Is it worth having your own charging station?

Is it worth having your own charging station?

Smartphones and laptops have long been part of our daily lives. Charging our everyday companions on a regular basis has thus long been a matter of habit for us. It is the same with electric vehicles, which also need to be charged regularly. To charge an electric car...